Party time!
You’ll usually find that at the wedding reception, there is a head table, surrounded by tables for the guests. The head table is a central point in the room, with the newlyweds seated at it, and the other wedding guests’ tables orientated towards it. Like most things weddings, there’s plenty of different ways you can…
A successful wedding MC has everything under control. They know who’s doing what and when, where they’re supposed to be, and the order of events. You’ve been given the honor of being a Master of Ceremonies. Congratulations! It’s one of the most important roles you can play at a person’s wedding. Sure, you’ve probably got…
If you’re concerned about the spiraling costs of your wedding, you’re not alone. With so much to organize and pay for, compromising is key to keeping costs under control. This doesn’t mean compromising on style, appearance, location, or even taste when it comes to needing wedding reception ideas on a budget. Today we are going…
A wedding breakfast is a traditional term used in British culture to refer to a meal served after a wedding ceremony by the newly married couple and the guests that attended the ceremony. Despite the name, the wedding breakfast is typically a midday or dinner rather than an actual breakfast. What is a Wedding Breakfast?…
One of the key markers of the formality of a wedding reception is the use of a wedding seating plan. This guides your guests to their tables, ensuring they sit in appropriate spots. The use of a wedding seating plan avoids confusion between your guests as they search for a space to sit. It also…
When it comes to alcohol, hiring a wedding venue that’s BYO alcohol friendly sounds like a great idea. You can purchase your own alcohol in the quantities you will need. Plus, you can hunt around for the alcohol at the best prices too! But if you are considering using a wedding BYO alcohol-friendly venue, there…
Once you’ve booked a date for your wedding, you’ll need to choose an MC or master of ceremonies. While you’ll both remain the most important people of the day, they’ll also play a vital role in keeping the day running smoothly. Some of their jobs include organizing guests for photos and helping guests find their…
If there are children coming to the wedding, then having some planned wedding activities for kids is a great idea. Not only do they help keep the children from being bored, but they offer a chance for the parents to connect with the wedding guests while their children are having fun. Here we provide ten…
What’s the difference between a place card and an escort card? An escort card tells guests which table they will be seated at. A place card tells guests which seat they will be seated at. You’ve just finished your seating plan. Now it’s time to decide how you are going to tell people where they…
Ever found yourself wondering ‘what does a wedding usher do?’ Does your usher simply show people to their seats at your reception? Or are they involved in the organization of wedding photos too? Let’s walk you through the usher duties checklist. What is an usher? An usher is someone who is tasked with the role…
A dry wedding is more common than some would think and the reasons for having one vary a lot. What ever the reason for have a dry wedding, there are always questions around when and how to inform your guests (if at all). Here we go over everything you need to know about dry weddings…
Getting married for the second time around can be a lot easier than the first time. You’ll have a firm handle on how the day should run, and probably some opinions on what you want, and don’t want, at the wedding. Traditional etiquette dictates a second wedding should be simple and casual, however modern etiquette…